The Curious Concierge

Episode Overview Hospitality design often feels effortless to guests. A restaurant has the right energy. A hotel lobby feels intuitive. A café somehow makes you want to stay longer than you planned. But behind those experiences are designers thinking deeply about psychology, movement, atmosphere, lighting, culture, and the subtle ways space shapes human behavior. In this episode of The Curious Con...

Episode Overview Alternative accommodations are no longer just a niche corner of hospitality. They’re becoming one of the fastest evolving sectors in travel, powered by changing guest behavior, remote work, technology, and the growing demand for more flexible and personalized stays. In this episode of The Curious Concierge, Justin sits down with Wesley Tang, Founder & CEO of VacayandCo, to exp...

Episode Overview Wellness is no longer just a spa menu or a luxury add-on. It’s becoming one of the most powerful forces reshaping hospitality globally. In this episode of The Curious Concierge, Justin sits down with Nikhil Kapur — Founder & Principal of Transformative Wellness and former hospitality leader at Oberoi Hotels, ISTA Hotels, and Ananda in the Himalayas — to explore how wellness is...

Episode Overview In this special episode recorded live at the Gather · Connect · Grow conference hosted by Short-Term Rentals Asia in Bangkok , Justin Sun sits down with founders, operators, and technology leaders shaping the short-term rental industry across Asia. Through a series of short conversations recorded during the conference, guests share perspectives on technology adoption, hospitality...

Episode Overview In this episode of The Curious Concierge , Justin Sun speaks with Ankit Goenka , Founder & CEO of Jade Caps , about building a full-stack operating system for second homes across India and Asia — and why trust, technology, and local understanding matter more than scale alone. Episode Description India’s short-term rental market is often misunderstood — seen as fragmented, unst...

Episode Overview In this STRA special episode, Justin Sun speaks with Adhiguna about why culture, empathy, and human connection cannot be delegated in hospitality — especially in Bali. Episode Description This episode is part of The Art of Short-Term Rentals in Asia , a six-part special series created in collaboration with Short Term Rental Asia (STRA) . Bali is often viewed through the lens of ae...

Episode Overview In this STRA special episode, Justin Sun speaks with Ritvik Khare , Founder and CEO of Elivaas , about how India’s luxury villa market is evolving through technology, trust, and a deeply human approach to hospitality. Episode Description This episode is part of The Art of Short-Term Rentals in Asia , a six-part special series created in collaboration with Short Term Rental Asia (S...

Episode Overview In this STRA special episode, Justin Sun sits down with Kadek Adnyana to explore how Bali’s villa industry has evolved and why culture, regulation, and community now matter more than ever. Episode Description This episode is part of The Art of Short-Term Rentals in Asia , a six-part special series created in collaboration with Short Term Rental Asia (STRA) , a leading platform foc...

Episode Overview In this STRA special episode, Justin Sun speaks with Bruno Barone about building a hospitality ecosystem in Phuket that extends far beyond villas, focusing on people, systems, and long-term responsibility. Episode Description This episode is part of The Art of Short-Term Rentals in Asia , a six-part special series created in collaboration with Short Term Rental Asia (STRA) . Phuke...

Episode Overview In this opening episode, host Justin Sun shares the personal journey behind The Curious Concierge and why hospitality, real estate, and service have shaped his life and career. From growing up in Asia’s urban ecosystems to working behind the scenes of modern hospitality brands, this episode sets the foundation for a podcast focused on meaning, craft, and the future of hospitality...